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Costa Rica continues to be the top producer and exporter of fresh pineapples globally, mainly sending them to the United States and Europe. Approximately 65% of our country's production is shipped to North American buyers, positioning us as a market leader, while the remaining portion is exported to Europe, where there is demand. read more

The pleasing development is primarily thanks to apples, which increased by just under a quarter (+24.67%) in quantity to 586,445 tons and also gained 22.25% in value, reaching over 676 million euros. Kiwis also recorded excellent results: the green, yellow, or red fruits increased in. read more

The South African supplier Tru-Cape has announced that it has achieved its highest ever packout of Pink Lady apples this season. Both of its packhouses have reported an increased proportion of fruit that met the brand's guidelines. read more

Dole is launching a new variety of pineapple, which it plans to market as a premium product under the brand name Colada Royale. read more

This week, many summer fruits and vegetables were replaced by popular fall produce as retailers changed their displays. More types of apples and pears, particularly those ideal for baking, were added to the usual selection. There was also increased advertising for potatoes and onions, along with special offers on... read more

Pompur is set to introduce a groundbreaking innovation in the European apple market in the fall of 2025: the first two ECARF-certified, allergy-friendly apple varieties will make their official debut. The new umbrella brand Pompur will be unveiled for the first time at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. read more

Once again this year, Select Fruit - Pom'Evasion's export subsidiary - will be exhibiting alongside Cofruid'Oc at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. This joint exhibition demonstrates a successful partnership between two companies that have chosen to combine their expertise and complement each other. read more

The German company Food Freshly will be showcasing pre-cut apple slices as a substitute for whole apples in school meals at this year's Fruit Attraction. This concept has been in practice for over 15 years in countries like the US and Canada and is currently being introduced to European markets. read more

Maszyny do sortowania jabłek stają się teraz coraz bardziej popularne także do sortowania borówek, mówi Agnieszka Maziejuk z polskiego producenta maszyn Green Sort: "Green Sort to młoda marka dostarczająca maszyny przeznaczone do przygotowania owoców do sprzedaży. W tym roku w Madrycie będziemy prezentować naszą read more

The Kissabel® apple season has officially begun in countries in the northern hemisphere, with the best conditions. The harvest outlook is very promising, and a variety of initiatives are planned to attract consumers. Sales of this innovative range of apples with colored flesh - from read more

The latest projections from the USDA for 2025 indicate that there will be higher production levels for apples, pears, walnuts, and grapes. On the other hand, lower yields are expected for peaches, cranberries, and table olives. California's table grape production is forecasted to remain the same as last year, while Washington's apple harvest is anticipated to reach a record-breaking 8 billion. read more

The arrival of autumn is not just a matter of temperatures and climate but also reflects on the tables of Italians. With the help of La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly service of BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, it is easier to choose. read more

The apple harvest in Estonia this year has been impacted by cold spring conditions and a rainy summer. The islands have experienced a poor crop, while in Southeast Estonia, yields are closer to average. Variability has also been observed between different apple varieties grown in the same area, with some being more affected than others. read more

Sezon jabłek w Iranie przebiega stabilnie, z silnym popytem ze strony krajów Zatoki Perskiej oraz Pakistanu, który zaczyna się wyłaniać jako dynamiczny rynek. Takie informacje pochodzą od Payama Mohammadi Aghdama, irańskiego eksportera i dyrektora generalnego firmy Holden Harvest. Sezon rozpoczął się pod koniec sierpnia z niższymi wolumenami produkcji. read more

Ready to start again with all the energy you need? With Kanzi®, starting today you can. Thanks to its distinguishing success, the apple with extraordinary taste is launching a new commercial campaign accompanied by a new, even more determined positioning: "Power to go". read more

Crunchy or crispy apple? This is the opening line of the first episode of this new season of "A World Beyond the Apple," the podcast that aims to tell the story of apples through the five senses, presenting the tasting phases, as well as possible culinary pairings and properties. read more

The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has allocated almost US$363,000 in funding to support commercial apple orchards in County Armagh during the 2025 season. Armagh, often known as the Orchard County, is where the PGI-protected Armagh Bramley Apple is grown. read more

An investment of €4.8 million (US$5.2 million) is planned for a 35-hectare farm near Coimbra, which is expected to create 25 direct jobs. The project includes a citrus-based beverage production facility, an interpretive center, and a restaurant space, according to Arnaldo Baptista, the owner of the farm. read more